How to Optimize Your WiFi at Home

October 02, 2017 | 06:19 PM

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So the whole family wants to go online. Are you sure you got the
right home broadband plan to accommodate everybody? With the internet
playing a major role in our lives, not only is it necessary to have a
home broadband connection that’s fast and reliable, but one that
really answers our needs.

Globe At Home offers tips on how to make the most out of your home
broadband and WiFi experience for the whole family:

Location: Your WiFi experience depends largely on how close you
are to the router. The farther you are from it, the weaker your
connection is. An optimal location to place your router is at an open
space or area. It shouldn’t be on the floor or near any body of water,
whether an aquarium or water container, and you definitely shouldn’t
cover it.

Obstruction: For the same reason you shouldn’t cover your
router, you should also be mindful of any obstruction. Concrete walls
(especially thicker ones!), mirrors, and doors may weaken your WiFi
signal. So don't be surprised if you're having trouble getting WiFi
while you're in the bedroom and your router is in the living room.

Interference: Remember that signals coming from different
appliances can interfere with each other, which means that things like
microwave ovens may cause interference to your WiFi. So make sure to
keep your router away from your microwave!

Secure Network: Unauthorized users contribute to a weak WiFi
connection. Make sure that only those who are authorized are connected
by securing your network with a strong password. Avoid names,
birthdays, and phone numbers, and go for a mix of letters, numbers,
and symbols. Also, don’t share your password with anyone.

Number of Users and Connected Devices: Remember that everyone
shares a specific amount of bandwidth, which means that WiFi is slower
when more people and devices are connected, whether or not the
connection is actually being used.

WiFi Extenders: One of the best ways to deal with walls,
distance, and other obstructions is a WiFi extender, which can amplify
the reach of your WiFi so you can enjoy strong and reliable signal
wherever you are.

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